Note: The image of the license plate is an excerpt from the Vehicle Registration Ordinance (FZV)

To apply for a classic car license plate, the vehicle in question must have been first registered at least 30 years ago (= date of first registration).

The vehicle should correspond as closely as possible to its original condition and be in good condition. Whether these requirements are met is determined by technical inspection agencies in a special classic car appraisal in accordance with § 23 of the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (StVZO).

If all requirements are met, the assigned license plate is marked with an "H" after the identification number.

The historic license plate can be applied for not only when converting a registered vehicle but also as part of a registration or transfer of ownership.

Combining a seasonal license plate with an "H" plate for historic vehicles has been possible since October 1, 2017.

For the registration of a classic car with a seasonal license plate, only the following license plate combination is permitted in Mainz:

• MZ-B 100-999
• MZ-F 100-999
• MZ-G 100-999
• MZ-I 100-999
• MZ-O 100-999
• MZ-Q 100-999

• MZ-2 letters 10-99 (At least one of the two letters must be B, F, G, I, O, or Q, e.g., MZ-AB 12) 

Application:

• In person
• Representation by an authorized representative

Appointment:

• by scheduling an online appointment in advance (see the link in the "Service" section at the bottom of this page)

Requirements:

• The vehicle owner has their primary residence in Mainz
• The company headquarters or branch office is located in Mainz
• There must be no outstanding motor vehicle tax payments
• All outstanding fees incurred in connection with a registration must be paid
• The vehicle must have been first registered at least 30 years ago (the date of first registration is decisive!)
• Classic car appraisal in accordance with §23 StVZO
• Proof of a valid general inspection for the vehicle

Please note the following requirements:

• The owner of the vehicle has their primary residence in Mainz.
• The company headquarters or branch office is located in Mainz.
• There must be no outstanding motor vehicle tax payments. All outstanding fees incurred in connection with registration must be paid.
• The vehicle must have been first registered at least 30 years ago (the date of first registration is decisive!).
• Classic car certificate in accordance with §23 StVZO
• Proof of valid general inspection for the vehicle

You must submit the application in person or through an authorized representative.

Please make an appointment in advance. To do so, please use the online appointment scheduling system (see link at the bottom of this page).

Vehicle registration now only possible with direct debit authorization for motor vehicle tax

Anyone who registers a new vehicle or re-registers an existing one must issue a direct debit authorization for motor vehicle tax to the Ulm Main Customs Office. The direct debit authorization for motor vehicle tax is only valid for the registered vehicle and expires when the vehicle is deregistered.

Due to the switch to the SEPA direct debit procedure, you must generally submit a SEPA direct debit mandate for the collection of motor vehicle tax with each registration. The SEPA direct debit mandate valid for the Mainz registration authority can be found in the "Forms" section at the bottom of this page and in paper form on site.

Applications and information on tax relief for a vehicle can be found at www.zoll.de. Applications for tax relief due to severe disability can be submitted to the registration authority as part of the registration process. To do so, you must present the original copy of your severe disability card.

Outstanding fees at the registration authority

Registration is dependent on you having paid all outstanding fees incurred in connection with the registration. You can pay outstanding fees on site during the registration process.

Usually immediately upon arrival; waiting time depends on how busy it is.

• Expert opinion for the classification of a vehicle as a classic car by an officially recognized expert.
• If a classic car license plate is assigned as part of a registration procedure, the following additional documents are required:
  • Vehicle registration document or
  • foreign vehicle documents or
  • for vehicles not subject to registration, the operating license
• the EC certificate of conformity, known as the Certificate of Conformity (CoC), or data confirmation or full expert opinion
• Proof of ownership
  • Purchase agreement or
  • invoice
• Proof of valid motor vehicle liability insurance (eVB number)
• Bank details for the direct debit mandate to pay the motor vehicle tax

Cash / EC